Alcohol Regulation
/ˈæl.kə.hɒl ˌrɛɡ.jʊˈleɪ.ʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The body of laws, rules, and administrative procedures governing the manufacture, sale, distribution, and consumption of alcoholic beverages.
The city council enacted new alcohol regulation to restrict the sale of spirits after midnight.
- (n.) The regulatory framework aimed at preventing alcohol-related harm through licensing, age restrictions, and advertising controls.
Alcohol regulation requires retailers to verify customers' ages before selling alcoholic products.
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Commentary
Alcohol regulation often balances public health concerns with commercial interests; drafters should clearly define scope and enforcement mechanisms.
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